Follow our printable check list with tips for budget planning, menu planning, etiquette, invitations and decorations. You can print this check list off to enjoy the satisfaction of crossing it off your list.
BUDGET & THEME
The 1st step to planning any party is to set your budget, once that is done all decisions will fall into line.
GUEST LIST & INVITES
You've got your theme and budget, now it's time to invite guests before they have other plans. try to get your invites out about a mont in advance.
THE MENU
Fourth of July is not just about the grill. You can mix it up by supplementing some more rarefied fare with your burgers-and-dogs. First, Estimating Food Quantities for Your Party and then choose and theme.
Here are some menus (with recipes) organized by theme:
- 5 Ingredient Fourth of July Menu
- Gluten Free/Allergy Friednly Fourth of July Menu
- Grill Fourth of July Menu
- Make Ahead July 4th Menu
- Low Carb Fourth of July
- Low Fat Fourth of July Menu
- Macrobiotic 4th of July
- Fourth of July Portable Picnic Menu
- Traditional July 4th Menu
- Red, White, and Blue Fourth of July Menu
- Southern Fourth of July Menu
Don't forgt the cocktails! Fourth of July Coctails
DECORATIONS & MUSIC
Fourth of July means red-white and blue, but don't be afraid to get a little more creative with your decorations. Here are some ideas and How Tos.
- 4th of July Stencils
- Top Ways You Can Celebrate and Decorate for July 4th
- Red White and Blue Decor
- Inexpensive Patriotic Centerpieces
- Patriotic Displays with Maidenhair Ferns
- Patriotic Planted Baskets
- Patriotic Party Decorations for a Festive Pool & Patio
- 4th of July Movies for Kids
- 4th of July Party Decor
- The Fourth of July - Candle Making
EXTRA CREDIT & CONVERSATION
Some are for your safety and some can make for some quirky conversation at your party.
